First responders in the Juniata River Valley are receiving more than $460,000 in state grant funding to support fire and EMS services. Officials say the money will help with equipment, training, and operational costs as departments face increasing demands. Multiple fire companies and ambulance services in Juniata and Mifflin counties are among the recipients. Lawmakers say the funding is a small way to ease the burden on first responders, who juggle emergency calls, training, and fundraising.